Mildmay line mural unveiled at South Acton
On 17 June, Chief Executive Geoff Coleman represented Mildmay at the unveiling of a new community mosaic mural at South Acton station, celebrating the Mildmay line. Created by Artyface with hundreds of local residents and made possible by First Rail London and Vistry Group, the mural marks the line named after our hospital in 2024.
Jun 231 min read
Mildmay, PMQs, and the NHS crisis that needs our help
Last Wednesday, Rushanara Ali MP told the Prime Minister that Mildmay, where Diana, Princess of Wales made 17 visits to help break the stigma around HIV and AIDS, is at risk of closure due to NHS commissioning issues. Sir Keir Starmer called Mildmay "synonymous with extraordinary care and compassion" and committed to a meeting to address the concerns raised. With the 30th anniversary of Diana's death next year, we explain what's at stake - and why Mildmay's empty beds matter
Jun 154 min read
What volunteers see: a farewell from Leo
After 18 months volunteering at Mildmay; on the wards and behind the scenes, Leo is moving on. Before he left, he wrote about what he saw: not dramatic moments, but the consistent kindness of staff who show up with genuine compassion every day. His words are a remarkable tribute to everyone at Mildmay, and a reminder of why volunteers matter to us.
Jun 122 min read
Patrick remembers Mildmay’s early HIV wards
During Pride Month, we share a powerful personal reflection from Patrick, a former Mildmay chaplain whose life and ministry were shaped by the AIDS crisis. His story recalls a time of stigma, loss and courage, and offers a moving reminder of the compassion, dignity and sense of belonging that defined Mildmay's response to HIV. Read Patrick's testimony and explore the wider history of Mildmay's HIV care and LGBTQ+ community.
Jun 34 min read
